Oscar Escobar
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Officer and U.S. Army Sergeant with proven expertise in surveillance, perimeter control, and leadership. Excelled in high-stress environments, demonstrating exceptional organizational and communication skills. Recognized for enhancing security procedures and inmate monitoring at the Arizona Department of Corrections. Skilled in defensive tactics and suicide prevention, ensuring safety and compliance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
06.2004 - 09.2024
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Sergeant
U.S Army
06.1997 - 01.2004
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Education
RSI
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
Bell High
Bell, CA06-1996
Skills
- Work crew management
- Perimeter control
- Surveillance
- Inmate monitoring
- Prisoner transport
- Contraband inspections
- Observation
- Suicide prevention
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Security procedures
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
06.2004 - 09.2024
Sergeant
U.S Army
06.1997 - 01.2004
RSI
High School Diploma -
Bell High
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